Mjølfjell fjellstue
The History
In the heart of wild Western Norwegian nature, between river and mountains, stands a house built on a dream of peace.
After the First World War, a desire emerged to bring young people together across countries and backgrounds, for work, friendship, and the joy of being in nature. In 1939, young people from more than twenty European nations came to Mjølfjell to build this place together, stone by stone, with shovels, laughter, and hope.
Shortly after, the world went to war, and the doors were closed. But when peace returned, so did the people. The house once again became a gathering place for the young, the adventurous, and the traveling, - A symbol of cooperation and community in the mountains.
Long before that, these mountains were also training ground for endurance and exploration. Fridtjof Nansen used this very area to prepare for his polar expeditions, testing body and will in the raw terrain that still surrounds the house today.
Since then, generations have found their way here. Some for the silence. Some for the landscape. Others for the people.
Today
Today, Mjølfjell Mountain Lodge is a living house in the mountains. A place where wild nature meets warm rooms, long wooden tables, and the smell of freshly brewed coffee.
Groups and individuals come here to be together, authentically, with each other and with nature. Some come for the stillness. Others for the conversations that arise when the pace slows down and the coffee pot is always on.
Outside the door, the river flows. The mountains rise close around the house. The train stops right nearby. It does something to people. Conversations become more honest. Laughter comes easier. The body settles.
Simple, good food is served. The fire lights up dark nights and open doors to both community and solitude. There is space here to return tired from a hike, or sit for hours without needing to rush anywhere.
Getting There
It’s easy to reach the mountains. The journey itself is part of the experience.
By Train (Ørneberget station)
The train from Bergen stops just above Mjølfjell at Ørneberget
station and takes approximately 2 hours.
From Oslo, the journey involves a transfer at Myrdal Station, where you change trains before continuing to Ørneberget. The total travel time is typically between five and seven hours, depending on the waiting time at Myrdal. This journey is considered one of the most beautiful train rides in the world, passing through mountains, lakes, and wide valleys.
Please note:
The path down from Ørneberget station is steep and can be slippery at times. Wear proper footwear.
You must inform the conductor that you are getting off at Ørneberget, as the train only stops there on request.
By Car
Drive the E16 to Voss, then follow signs toward Raundalen / Mjølfjell (approximately 40 minutes from Voss town center).
The journey takes around 2 hours and 50 minutes from Bergen, and approximately 6 hours and 15 minutes from Oslo.
The road winds along the river and through small mountain villages, until the house appears, surrounded by mountains, forest, and stillness